Alex and Cassidy Series by Nancy Ann Healy

FBI agent Alexis Toles is dispatched to New Rochelle, New York, to investigate threatening letters sent to Congressman Christopher O’Brien, and to protect his ex-wife, Cassidy, and six-year-old son, Dylan. But when she gets to New Rochelle, Alex discovers that there is more to the situation than simple stalking or political agendas; she finds that she has growing romantic feelings for Cassidy—and that the feelings are mutual... moreFBI agent Alexis Toles is dispatched to New Rochelle, New York, to investigate threatening letters sent to Congressman Christopher O’Brien, and to protect his ex-wife, Cassidy, and six-year-old son, Dylan. But when she gets to New Rochelle, Alex discovers that there is more to the situation than simple stalking or political agendas; she finds that she has growing romantic feelings for Cassidy—and that the feelings are mutual. As Alex and Cassidy explore their budding romance, they must surmount many obstacles in explaining their relationship to those around them, including Dylan. All the while, the investigation continues, and the disturbing, convoluted, and complicated web surrounding the threats begins to unravel, placing the characters’ lives in grave danger. Intersection is a taut political thriller that combines the action and suspense found in hit television shows like 24 with the insight and drama found in the widely popular fiction of LGBT authors such as R. E. Bradshaw and Stacey D’Erasmo. It is sure to appeal to fans of intrigue, mystery, and romance, and to provide positive role models for marginalized groups and relationships. less

When FBI agent Alexis Toles was dispatched to New York to investigate threats sent to Congressman Christopher O’Brien, the last thing she expected to find was romance. But during her investigation, Alex finds herself in a love affair with the congressman’s ex-wife, all while discovering the convoluted conspiracy behind the threats... moreWhen FBI agent Alexis Toles was dispatched to New York to investigate threats sent to Congressman Christopher O’Brien, the last thing she expected to find was romance. But during her investigation, Alex finds herself in a love affair with the congressman’s ex-wife, all while discovering the convoluted conspiracy behind the threats.A highly suspenseful and intriguing political thriller, Intersection takes a sensitive and sensual approach to lesbian relationships and families, and it tells a compelling tale about confronting who you truly are and learning to love amid life’s chaos.This revised 10th-anniversary edition of the first installment of the best-selling Alex and Cassidy series will take you on a journey into a world of conspiracy, lies, betrayal, and espionage. Discover that amid a sea of uncertainty, love changes everything.“The complex depictions of both Toles’ and Cassidy’s sexualities and personalities are refreshing…This welcome addition to the crime-fiction genre features a refreshingly new type of heroine.” ~ Kirkus Reviews less

There is no one to trust in Nancy Ann Healy’s thrilling new novel, Betrayal.FBI agent Alex Toles is relieved to return to work at the NSA after a frightening on-the-job ordeal. Her life partner, Cassidy O’Brien, and Cassidy’s seven-year-old son, have also been instrumental in healing Alex’s wounds.But their peace is short-lived when they discover that their good friend—and President of the United States—John Merrow, has been assassinated... moreThere is no one to trust in Nancy Ann Healy’s thrilling new novel, Betrayal.FBI agent Alex Toles is relieved to return to work at the NSA after a frightening on-the-job ordeal. Her life partner, Cassidy O’Brien, and Cassidy’s seven-year-old son, have also been instrumental in healing Alex’s wounds.But their peace is short-lived when they discover that their good friend—and President of the United States—John Merrow, has been assassinated.Little do they know, however, that President Merrow’s death is just the beginning. Even as Alex and Cassidy are forced to confront the loss of their friend and the ramifications that will have on the global stage, they must cope with problems much closer to home.Battling intolerance over the nature of their romantic relationship and long-hidden secrets within their families, Alex and Cassidy must confront the truth of their pasts in order to build the future they seek.On top of it all, they must confront a conspiracy that spans multiple governments, intelligence agencies, diplomatic services, and international corporations if they are to finally discover the truth about the mysterious group known as the Collaborative—and about themselves. less

The past sins of fathers will return to haunt their daughters in the final installment of the Alex and Cassidy series. What had started as a simple case three years earlier, forever altered the course of FBI Agent Alex Toles’ life. A committed investigator, Alex had always avoided personal entanglements. That was until she meet Cassidy O’Brien... moreThe past sins of fathers will return to haunt their daughters in the final installment of the Alex and Cassidy series. What had started as a simple case three years earlier, forever altered the course of FBI Agent Alex Toles’ life. A committed investigator, Alex had always avoided personal entanglements. That was until she meet Cassidy O’Brien. She had been sent by President John Merrow to investigate threatening letters that had targeted Cassidy and her ex-husband Congressman Christopher O’Brien. Three years later, Alex finds herself a devoted wife and parent. Her life and her work center on Cassidy and their two children Dylan and Mackenzie. Alex’s desire to protect her family and her need to uncover the truth about the past has led her to assume control of her father’s company, Carecom—a company that serves The Central Intelligence Agency. Now a CIA agent, Alex’s real mission has been to root out the foundations of a group her father once belonged to known as The Collaborative. In an effort to undermine The Collaborative’s resources, Alex has moved to acquire multiple companies that serve the intelligence complex. The latest acquisition, a pharmaceutical company called MyoGen, stirring the intelligence community into a frenzy. As Alex moves to solidify the merger, her brother, Jonathan Krause finds himself pursuing a ghost from the past in a remote area of Siberia. What he discovers shakes the foundation of everything that everyone in Alex’s life thought they understood. The secrets held be MyoGen, the identities of Sphinx and the man known only as Lynx will be revealed. Children will confront the lies created by their parents. And, parents will endeavor to protect their children when the roots of international conspiracies are uncovered. less

Five years have passed since Alex Toles walked away from the covert world of international espionage.Alex spends her days as an instructor at the police academy, and her evenings coaching the local high school track team. Life in the Toles household has fallen into a familiar routine. Alex and her wife Cassidy have built their life around juggling the needs of their teenage son, a precocious seven-year-old, and a pair of equally mischievous twins... moreFive years have passed since Alex Toles walked away from the covert world of international espionage.Alex spends her days as an instructor at the police academy, and her evenings coaching the local high school track team. Life in the Toles household has fallen into a familiar routine. Alex and her wife Cassidy have built their life around juggling the needs of their teenage son, a precocious seven-year-old, and a pair of equally mischievous twins. Their day to day world seems to hold more challenges and greater rewards for Alex than any case she ever sought to solve. All that is about to change.A missing teenager's photography project will lead Alex into the woods of Connecticut, and the twisted mind of a sadistic killer. Paired with an unlikely partner, Alex will face old ghosts and new demons as new adversaries shine light on shadows of the past.Travel with Alex and Cassidy, Claire and Hawk, Rose and Helen, and the crazy Toles clan as they navigate an uncertain world and a growing family. Politicians and agents, moms and children, mishaps and new horizons—every person is part of a story, and some stories refuse to go UNTOLD. less

Once a spy, always a spy. Alex Toles and Claire Brackett are back in action. Once rivals, the pair of FBI agents receive a summons from President Candace Reid to the White House. Evidence of forced starvation scattered throughout Russia coincides with a growing military presence in the small Russian exclave of Kaliningrad... moreOnce a spy, always a spy. Alex Toles and Claire Brackett are back in action. Once rivals, the pair of FBI agents receive a summons from President Candace Reid to the White House. Evidence of forced starvation scattered throughout Russia coincides with a growing military presence in the small Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. Concerned about potential Russian aggression in the Baltic States and confronting subversion within her Cabinet, Candace turns to Alex and Claire to put the pieces of a growing puzzle together. Looking for answers in the present will mean revisiting the past; a past that seems determined to haunt Claire, Alex, and those they love forever.Claire makes her way to Europe to infiltrate the inner-circle of a group known as The Collaborative. Composed of agents from every global intelligence service, corporate leaders, politicians, oligarchs, and dubious actors, The Collaborative devises plots, dictates policies, installs leaders, and removes them. Claire will need to convince The Collaborative’s newest architect, Pyotr Gregorovich, that she has departed from her alliance with Alex Toles. Her quest will take her across Europe to Kaliningrad, and a secret facility that defies everyone’s expectations. Meanwhile, Alex struggles to balance her family’s needs with a growing urgency to pursue the truth—not just for the sake of national security but hoping to uncover the truth of her father’s past. Enjoy the antics of the Toles’ children. Share some wine with Rose, Cassidy, and Helen. Laugh at the caustic yet affectionate banter between the world’s most unlikely partners. Traverse a world where everyone is searching for more than the truth—for their IDENTITY. less

Claire Brackett spent years searching for ways to avoid the pain of her past. Following her father’s direction, she traversed the globe, seducing allies and adversaries to further his agenda. He used her as a pawn to maintain power and thwart enemies. William Brackett made one major mistake. He sent Claire on a mission to get close to FBI Agent Alex Toles. That decision would set Claire on a path that would change her life forever.Twelve years later, Claire finds herself in uncharted territory... moreClaire Brackett spent years searching for ways to avoid the pain of her past. Following her father’s direction, she traversed the globe, seducing allies and adversaries to further his agenda. He used her as a pawn to maintain power and thwart enemies. William Brackett made one major mistake. He sent Claire on a mission to get close to FBI Agent Alex Toles. That decision would set Claire on a path that would change her life forever.Twelve years later, Claire finds herself in uncharted territory. She’s become a part of the Toles family and Alex’s CIA partner. An attempt on the life of President Candace Reid and the unexpected deaths of Alex’s brother Jonathan Krause, and his father-in-law, Edmond Callier, have shaken everyone in Claire’s world. Alex asks her to take the reins at Carecom Corporation, a medical and bioengineering company that doubles as a front for CIA activities. Claire struggles to find a balance in her life, supporting her former lover, Eleana, through the loss of her husband and father, dealing with the breakup of her relationship with Charlie Hawkins, and continuing her work with Alex to undermine the group known as the Collaborative.Nothing can prepare Claire for what is yet to come. The future is about to collide with the past as it never has before. Claire will need to trust more than the friends she’s come to love if she hopes to build the life she desires—she’ll need to trust herself.The Swan and The Sparrow is the seventh installment of the best-selling political thriller series featuring Alex and Cassidy. less

For over a decade, Alex Toles has walked the fine line between shadow and light, working within the fringes of National Intelligence to expose the roots of The Collaborative—a covert organization of military, political, and corporate leaders whose true agenda remains shrouded in mystery. A recent attack on Poland’s power grid and simultaneous assassination attempts on the American president and German Chancellor have sent shockwaves around the globe, escalating tensions to a boiling point... moreFor over a decade, Alex Toles has walked the fine line between shadow and light, working within the fringes of National Intelligence to expose the roots of The Collaborative—a covert organization of military, political, and corporate leaders whose true agenda remains shrouded in mystery. A recent attack on Poland’s power grid and simultaneous assassination attempts on the American president and German Chancellor have sent shockwaves around the globe, escalating tensions to a boiling point.Now serving as the Deputy National Security Adviser to President Candace Reid, Alex is more vigilant than ever, with her wife, Cassidy, acting as the president’s press secretary. As they navigate the treacherous waters of global politics, Alex works beside her old adversary-turned-friend, Claire Brackett. Together, they unravel a web of deceit stretching back over seventy-five years—a conspiracy threatening their lives and the fabric of global stability.The stakes are raised higher with the reappearance of Cassidy and Claire’s enigmatic father, Jim McCollum, whose past may hold the key to stopping The Collaborative once and for all. But as Alex delves deeper into the secrets that could secure their future, she must also balance the growing demands of her family with the ever-present dangers of her profession. In a world where allegiances are fragile, and enemies lurk in every shadow, Alex is reminded that, for some, Concealment is the ultimate weapon.Concealment is the gripping eighth installment in the Alex and Cassidy political thriller series, where espionage, family, and loyalty collide in a high-stakes battle against an unseen enemy. If you preordered this title, there was an issue with the initial upload. Please update the file for your Kindle.You can do this by going to Manage Your Content and Devices. Search for the title. Select Update Available and click Update. less